Best Romantic Restaurants in New York
12. Jean-Georges
Upper West Side, NYC
A thousand good meals can’t lie. This acclaimed restaurant has a master chef as its inspiration.
15. Le Bernardin
Midtown West, NYC
Le Bernardin enlightens diners with a revolutionary approach to seafood. White tablecloths, dim lighting and flower arrangements contribute to the romantic setting.
16. Le Coucou
SoHo, NYC
At Le Coucou, chef Daniel Rose has created a NYC dining experience redolent of the great French restaurants of times past, but with his very current twist.
The romantic restaurant is adorned with crystal chandeliers and candles, but it’s not stuffy.
17. Majorelle
Upper East Side, NYC
The Lowell’s restaurant serves up classic French dishes with Mediterranean influences. The room is elegant and filled with as many beautiful flowers as the beautiful people who frequent it.
18. Marc Forgione
TriBeCa, NYC
This sleek TriBeCa spot is a fitting venue for Marc Forgione’s ambitious American menu. Enjoy a romantic dinner in the candlelit dining room.
19. The NoMad
NoMad, NYC
This younger, more informal sibling of Eleven Madison Park is a collaboration from co-owners Daniel Humm and Will Guidara.
Among the romantic dining rooms is The Parlour, which features dark wood furnishings, red velvet chairs and soft lighting.
20. Union Square Cafe
Union Square, NYC
The new incarnation of Danny Meyer’s first restaurant, serving elegant, seasonal dishes.
21. Uva
Upper East Side, NYC
Uva on the Upper East Side is perfect for a romantic rendezvous, late-night dinner or after-work drinks.